Job Description:
Superintendent, Foundation Field Operations
Department: Project Services
Reports To: Senior Manager, Foundation Field Operations
Location: Flexible / Field-Based
Company Overview
NextPower is a leading provider of innovative solar installation solutions and high-performance tooling designed for large-scale renewable energy projects. Our mission is to empower our customers with reliable tools, exceptional support, and industry-leading expertise that drive efficiency and safety on every job site. With a commitment to continuous improvement, customer success, and operational excellence, NextPower continues to expand its footprint across renewable energy and infrastructure markets.
Position Summary
The Superintendent, Foundation Field Operations is responsible for leading field maintenance and fleet support operations across assigned project sites, ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of NextPower Foundations' specialized drilling equipment, support fleet, and foundation construction assets.
This position serves as the primary field leader for maintenance personnel, inventory personnel, and maintenance activities while supporting project execution through equipment reliability, technician development, and operational excellence.
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Foundation Field Operations, the Superintendent oversees daily maintenance operations, manages field maintenance teams, coordinates preventative maintenance programs, supports equipment commissioning and deployment, and ensures compliance with company safety, environmental, and operational standards. The Superintendent provides leadership to Field Mechanic III, Field Mechanic II, and Field Mechanic I personnel, with Field Mechanic III employees serving as lead technicians within their assigned projects.
Key Responsibilities
Field Operations Leadership
- Lead and supervise field maintenance personnel across multiple project locations.
- Provide direction, coaching, accountability, and performance management for Field Mechanic III, Field Mechanic II, Field Mechanic I, and support maintenance staff.
- Coordinate daily maintenance priorities to ensure fleet readiness and support project production schedules.
- Partner with project leadership to align equipment availability with operational demands.
- Support staffing plans, onboarding, workforce development, and technician retention initiatives.
- Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, teamwork, and customer service.
Fleet Maintenance & Equipment Reliability
- Ensure execution of preventive maintenance programs, inspections, corrective repairs, equipment transfers, commissioning, and decommissioning activities.
- Monitor equipment utilization, condition, downtime, maintenance compliance, and repair status across assigned projects.
- Review recurring failures and equipment performance trends and develop corrective action plans.
- Support troubleshooting and escalation of complex hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, diesel, and automated control system issues.
- Coordinate with Engineering, vendors, Fleet Maintenance Center personnel, and operational stakeholders to resolve technical issues.
- Verify maintenance standards, repair quality, and operational readiness of fleet assets.
- Remove unsafe or unserviceable equipment from operation when required and facilitate corrective actions.
Maintenance Planning & Documentation
- Ensure all maintenance activities are properly documented within MaintainX or approved CMMS platforms.
- Review work orders, inspections, labor entries, parts usage, and repair records for accuracy and completeness.
- Monitor preventive maintenance compliance and overdue service requirements.
- Maintain accurate records supporting regulatory compliance, fleet analytics, equipment history, and performance reporting.
- Develop and communicate maintenance schedules and fleet readiness reports to leadership.
Safety & Compliance
- Promote and enforce all OSHA, DOT, environmental, customer, and company safety requirements.
- Conduct routine safety observations, audits, inspections, and follow-up corrective actions.
- Ensure Field Mechanic I, Field Mechanic II, and Field Mechanic III personnel follow approved maintenance procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and safe work practices.
- Participate in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions.
- Maintain compliance with project-specific and regulatory maintenance requirements.
Inventory, Parts & Vendor Coordination
- Coordinate with Inventory Specialists to ensure adequate stock of critical spare parts, tools, consumables, and maintenance materials.
- Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages through established escalation channels.
- Support management of vendor relationships, equipment manufacturers, service providers, and labor partners.
- Assist in procurement planning, equipment mobilization, and asset deployment activities.
Team Development
- Mentor and develop Field Mechanic I, Field Mechanic II, and Field Mechanic III personnel through training, coaching, performance feedback, field evaluations, and career development planning.
- Support technical development programs focused on diagnostic skills, preventive maintenance, safety, and equipment operation.
- Identify future leaders and assist with succession planning efforts.
- Promote standardization of maintenance practices throughout the organization.
Experience & Qualifications
Required
Minimum 10 years of experience maintaining and repairing heavy equipment, drilling equipment, construction machinery, or similar industrial equipment.
Minimum 5 years of leadership experience supervising maintenance personnel, field service teams, or fleet operations.
Demonstrated experience managing maintenance activities across multiple construction projects or geographic regions.
Advanced knowledge of:
Diesel engines
Hydraulic systems
Electrical systems
Pneumatic systems
Mechanical drive systems
Electronic controls and machine automation systems
Experience utilizing CMMS platforms, maintenance tracking software, and equipment diagnostics systems.
Strong understanding of equipment reliability programs, preventive maintenance, and root cause failure analysis.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel extensively.
Preferred
- Experience supporting deep foundation, solar, renewable energy, heavy civil, utility, or infrastructure construction operations.
- Technical certification, trade school training, military technical training, or apprenticeship completion.
- ASE, OEM, or related technical certifications.
- OSHA 30 certification.
- Experience with telematics systems, fleet analytics, and maintenance reporting platforms.
- Familiarity with Caterpillar, Bauer, Liebherr, Soilmec, Manitowoc, and similar foundation construction equipment.
Key Competencies
- Safety Leadership
- Fleet Reliability Management
- Team Leadership & Development
- Operational Excellence
- Maintenance Planning
- Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
- Root Cause Analysis
- Change Management
- Communication & Stakeholder Management
- Customer Focus
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Budget & Resource Management
- Continuous Improvement
Reporting Structure
Reports To:
Senior Manager, Foundation Field Operations
Direct Reports May Include:
- Field Mechanic III (Lead Field Mechanics)
- Field Mechanic II
- Field Mechanic I
- Inventory Specialists
- Contract Maintenance Personnel
Field Mechanic III personnel function as senior technical resources and field leads, reporting directly to the Superintendent while providing day-to-day technical guidance and mentoring to Field Mechanic II and Field Mechanic I personnel.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work at active construction and industrial project sites.
- Ability to walk on uneven terrain and perform site inspections.
- Ability to lift, climb, bend, and work around heavy equipment.
- Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.
- Frequent travel throughout North America and other project locations as required.
Success in This Role Will Be Measured By
- Equipment uptime and fleet availability
- Preventive maintenance compliance
- Reduction in unplanned downtime
- Safety performance and incident reduction
- Technician development and retention
- Maintenance documentation quality
- Fleet readiness for project operations
- Cost-effective maintenance execution
- Customer and project support satisfaction
At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we're building the foundation for the world's next generation of clean energy infrastructure.
Nextpower is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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